Walmart employees just received some good news. The company has decided to extend its 10% discount to cover almost all food items, a move that will help more than a million workers cut down on their grocery bills.
Up until now, the discount was limited to certain categories like fresh produce and general merchandise. With this change, the discount now applies to items you likely buy every week, from milk and pasta to frozen pizza and meat.
In a memo obtained by CNBC, Walmart’s chief people officer Donna Morris explained why the retailer made the decision. “We’ve heard your feedback that these savings make a big difference for you and your families. And we continue to hear that you’d like to see this benefit expanded. In fact, it’s one of our most requested benefits,” Morris said.
Who can use the Walmart food discount
Not every shopper at Walmart will be able to take advantage of this offer. The discount is only for Walmart employees. According to the company, about 1.6 million workers in the United States will now be eligible to receive it.
There is one important condition. You must have worked at Walmart for at least 90 days before you can start using the employee discount. Once that time passes, the discount will apply to nearly 95% of items on Walmart’s shelves.
How much can walmart employees save on groceries
For many families, this discount will make a noticeable difference. A 10% discount may not sound like much at first, but when you add it up across weeks of grocery shopping, it can mean real savings.
- A $150 weekly grocery bill becomes $135.
- Over the course of a month, that is about $60 saved.
- In a year, that could add up to more than $700 back in your pocket.
For Walmart workers who already rely on low prices at the store, this is extra money that can help cover gas, rent, or other bills.
Why did Walmart expand the employee discount
This expansion did not happen by chance. It comes at a time when many families are feeling the pressure of higher prices. Economists have warned about the possibility of more cost increases, especially with tariff changes and supply chain challenges.
Walmart has said before that it is difficult for any retailer to absorb the full weight of rising costs. Back in May, Walmart’s chief financial officer John David Rainey told CNBC that the company was “programmed for everyday low prices, but the magnitude of these increases is greater than any retailer can absorb.”
By expanding the discount program, Walmart is not only helping workers manage their expenses but also strengthening its relationship with employees. It may also encourage workers to shop more often at the company’s stores, creating a win-win situation.
When will the new walmart discount take effect
The good news is that the discount expansion is effective immediately. That means employees who are already eligible can start saving on groceries right now. For new workers, the 90-day waiting period still applies before they can use the benefit.
With this change, Walmart employees can now enjoy lower prices on 95% of products sold at the retailer, including groceries, seasonal items, and more.
What this means for Walmart employees and their families
At the end of the day, this move is about making life a little easier for Walmart’s workforce. With over 1.6 million people employed by the company in the U.S., millions of families stand to benefit from this change.
Saving 10% on groceries every week may not solve all financial challenges, but it does give workers a practical way to stretch their paychecks further. And in today’s economy, every little bit counts.
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